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Tracking another cold front in Houston
Thursday’s forecast: We’ve got another fantastic fall feeling day. Temperatures start in the mid-50s with highs climbing to the upper-70s and lower-80s. There will be clouds that start moving in late in the day, but the rain associated with the system below will miss us to the so...
government
Houston moves forward with federal grant to put more eyes in the sky at large events
Houston is one step closer to putting drone technology in the hands of public safety officials. City Council voted Wednesday to authorize the city’s pursuit of federal funding that would expand aerial oversight and situational awareness at large-scale public events. PREVIOUS: Hou...
government
Pasadena mayor orders Council Member removed from chambers after heated exchange during pay raise debate
A contentious Pasadena council meeting took a turn when Mayor Thomas Schoenbein directed officers to escort Council Member Bianca Valerio out of the council chambers following an exchange involving public speaker Alisia Cardenas and questions about the ongoing controversy surroun...
government
Houston Mayor John Whitmire discusses plans to work with newly elected Texas leaders
Houston Mayor John Whitmire says he is looking forward to working with newly elected state and county officials following Tuesday’s election , citing his longstanding relationships with several incoming leaders. During his weekly mayor’s report Wednesday, Whitmire congratulated t...
government
What drove Texas’ Democratic breakthrough? Houston-area voters point to costs, schools and a desire for change
For Haji Thebo, the election brought him back to the polls after years away. For Lawanda Carraway, it was a chance to demand change as everyday expenses climbed and immigration enforcement raised concerns. Their explanations offer a glimpse into the motivations behind an election...
business
Houston airports unveil plan for new insurance program, cargo expansion and passenger upgrades
Houston Airports is planning a small-business insurance program, a 183-acre cargo expansion at Bush Intercontinental Airport and new passenger amenities at both major airports, Director of Aviation Jim Szczesniak announced at the Greater Houston Partnership’s 2026 State of the Ai...
government
League City to remove Flock license plate cameras after voters reject Proposition A
League City is moving to pull the plug on its automated license plate reader program after residents voted against Proposition A.
safety
Houston police looking for suspect accused of robbing clothing store on Westheimer
The Houston Police Department needs the public’s help identifying a suspect in a store robbery on Westheimer in the Post Oak area. It happened around lunchtime on August 31st. Police say the suspect allegedly used a cutting tool to remove security sensors from watches. When an em...